Course overview
Are you ready to take your first step towards a successful career as a financial adviser? The Diploma for Financial Advisers (DipFA®) is a qualification awarded by The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF). As a Trusted Partner, you can study the DipFA 100% online with the LIBF Digital Academy, powered by ICS Learn. This course is one of a kind offering a fully digital and self-paced programme so you can learn around your commitments. The Digital Academy provides access to engaging and practical case-study-based content that is broken down into bite-sized chunks, making it easier for you to manage and learn on the go from your phone, tablet or laptop. With a focus on the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), economic and personal risk and the creation and maintenance of financial plans, the 100% online Diploma for Financial Advisers course is perfect for anyone interested in the world of financial advice. You’ll have access to live and recorded webinars with industry experts, end-of-unit knowledge quizzes, and dedicated tutor support via the Connect & Communicate online chat function. Enrol on the Level 4 Diploma for Financial Advisers (DipFA®) today to start your journey towards a successful career in financial advice!
Job outcomes
- Financial adviser
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
This course takes 9 months to complete with a 17-month support period
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements to study the online DipFA, however, it’s recommended that you possess the necessary English language skills to study at RQF Level 3 with confidence. You must be at least 18 years old, as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) mandates that individuals cannot practice as a recognised financial adviser before this age.
Course features
- Digital learning: hardcopy study materials will be provided as part of your LIBF registration, but you’ll complete your course 100% online
- Multi-device access: learn on the go from your phone, tablet or laptop
- Engaging and easy-to-absorb content: offered in bite-sized chunks, including case study-based learning that adds practical context to real-life settings
- Live and recorded webinars: with industry experts to help you prepare for and ace your assignment tasks and exam
- End-of-unit knowledge quizzes: including system-marked multiple choice questions
- Dedicated tutor support: connect with your DipFA tutor via the Connect & Communicate function
Assessment
You will be assessed 100% online through a mixture of multiple-choice exams and coursework.
Unit 1: Financial Services Regulation and Ethics (FSRE) – one two-hour exam with 90 multiple-choice questions and two case studies, each with five linked multiple-choice questions.
Unit 2: Advanced Financial Advice (AFA) – one piece of online coursework after three months of study and one three-hour typed electronic exam, based on a case study.
Who's it for?
This course is ideal for anyone looking to take their first steps towards an exciting career in financial advice and work towards qualifying as a financial adviser.
Subjects
In this unit, you’ll learn about the regulatory framework of the UK financial services industry, with a particular focus on the role of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in regulating financial services. You’ll also gain a thorough understanding of the ethical considerations that financial advisers must bear in mind when working with clients.
This unit covers the key aspects of financial advice, including how to find and analyse important data, how to formulate and communicate financial advice effectively, and how to manage risk in an optimal way. You’ll also gain valuable insights into how risk affects customers’ needs, allowing you to provide them with more tailored and effective advice.
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